Finland•EuropeResidence Permit on Other Grounds
At a Glance
Processing Time
90-180 days
Application Fee
240 EUR
Stay Duration
Variable
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Discretionary residence permits granted for special humanitarian grounds or other compelling circumstances. For victims of human trafficking and exceptional cases.
Residence permits on other grounds are granted discretionarily for humanitarian reasons or exceptional circumstances. Human trafficking victims can apply in Finland.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
12,360 EUR
per year
Personal
Passport Validity
1 day
Criminal Record Policy
case_by_case
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
At least 3 months validity
Detailed application
Explanation of special grounds
Supporting evidence
Documentation of circumstances
Passport photos
Medical/legal documents
If applicable (trafficking, etc.)
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Advantages
- Humanitarian consideration
- Case-by-case review
- Protection for trafficking victims
- Flexible grounds
Considerations
- Discretionary decision
- Limited work rights
- Longer processing
- No guaranteed duration
- No PR pathway
Application Process
Describe special grounds
Document compelling humanitarian reasons
Gather evidence
Collect supporting documentation
Apply in person
Submit paper application at embassy/consulate or Migri
Pay fee
EUR 240 application fee
Await decision
3-6 months discretionary review
Application Forms
Residence Permit Application on Other Grounds
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